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Apotheosis is derived from the Greek theos, "God." An apotheosis is the utmost, best, or quintessential example of something as "God" is often considered to be the best, highest, or most powerful living force.

Usage Examples:

This work represents the apotheosis of research in the field and deserves to win the prize. (embodiment, essence)

Wearing white shoes in autumn used to be considered the apotheosis of bad taste. (embodiment, perfect example)

The Senator's passage of the conservation bill proved to be the apotheosis of his political career. (pinnacle)

Da Vinci's painting, the Mona Lisa, represents, to some, the apotheosis of his work. (pinnacle, idealization)

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